Create a Gender-Balanced Workplace

It is not women who need to change. It requires making a business somewhere women want to work. A wealth of practical tips to help, but ultimately men need to want to make change happen * Anthony Hilton, Evening Standard * Francke's no-nonsense approach is useful, practical and non-preachy * The Financial Times September book of the month * Ann ably demonstrates that while there is no silver bullet, there are practices that help organizations achieve gender balance -- Vivian Hunt, Managing Partner, McKinsey & Company UK & Ireland This is one of the most important issues we face and all of us should ask how we can help make progress. This book offers simple advice on what you can do to make a difference -- Paul Polman, former CEO, Unilever and chair, HeforShe A fantastic guide for getting ahead in business. Packed to the brim with practical tips, this book clearly demonstrates how we can work together to fix one of the biggest challenges we face at work. An absolute must read for any leader -- Vanessa Vallely OBE, Managing Director, WeAreTheCity Practical and informed guidance on the diversity imperative and the diversity dividend -- Dame Cilla Snowball, former group chairman and group CEO, AMV BBDO, chair, Women's Business Council, UK Insightful and timely ... A must read for all business leaders -- Brenda Trenowden, Global chair, 30% Club Workplace balance is a goal for all managers. There is nothing more important than gender balance and this book describes why -- Sir Winfried Bischoff. founding Chair 30% Club, chair, Financial Reporting Council, chair, JP Morgan Securities plc Practical, evidence-based and inspiring, this book offers compelling solutions to improve gender balance -- Hilary Spencer, Director, Government Equalities Office